Black Kite vs Andaman Serpent-eagle
Milvus migrans compared with Spilornis elgini
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Kite | Andaman Serpent-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Milvus migrans | Spilornis elgini |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 91.5 cm (36.0 in) | 73.1 cm (28.8 in) |
| Weight | 753.8333333333334 g (26.59 oz) | 895.0 g (31.57 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black Kite only
Andaman Serpent-eagle only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Kite
Vulnerable
Andaman Serpent-eagle
About These Birds
Black Kite
The Black Kite is a medium-large raptor with brown plumage, a slightly forked tail, and an agile, buoyant flight style. It is one of the most abundant and widespread raptors in the world, inhabiting open woodlands, farmland, wetlands, and urban areas across Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia. It is an opportunistic scavenger and hunter, feeding on carrion, fish, small vertebrates, insects, and refuse.
Andaman Serpent-eagle
The Andaman Serpent-eagle is a vulnerable raptor with an impressive 73.1 cm wingspan, weighing around 895 grams. It is endemic to the Andaman Islands and inhabits primary forest, where it hunts snakes and lizards. Deforestation on the islands threatens its small population.